National Awards for Excellence
Honouring excellence and innovation in the Australian real estate industry.
NAFE celebrates the best in the industry
The National Awards for Excellence (NAFE) celebrates and rewards the top performing operations staff, agents, property managers and businesses in Australian commercial and residential real estate. NAFE goes beyond sales to also recognise best practice in values, community service and industry contribution.
This prestigious annual event highlights leadership, innovation and professionalism in the Australian real estate sector. NAFE recognises the highest-performing individuals and agencies across the country, with finalists drawn from each state and territory, showcasing the depth of talent across the industry.
NAFE 2026
Congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2026 REIA National Awards for Excellence.
Hosted by REIV in Melbourne, NAFE26 has recognised the leadership, professionalism and innovation continuing to shape the future of our industry. We look forward to sharing more about the winners in the coming weeks.
Thank you to our finalists, judges, members and partners for an incredible night.
A full photo gallery will be available soon.
NAFE 2026 Winners
The NAFE 2026 Winners were announced at the Gala event in Melbourne on 21 May 2026. Congratulations to our 23 outstanding professionals and businesses recognised for their exceptional contributions and achievements in Australian real estate from across the country.
See our winners below.
Achievement Award
Gypsea Youngsmith
State: QLD
Agency: Kollosche Pty Ltd
Agency Sustainability Leadership Award
Community Housing Canberra
State: ACT
Business Broker of the Year
Dustin Slypen
State: QLD
Agency: LINK Business Brisbane
Business Development Manager of the Year
Kimberly Castle
State: ACT
Agency: AM Property Agency
Buyers' Agent of the Year
Amanda Gould
State: NSW
Agency: HighSpec Properties
Commercial Agency of the Year
LJ Hooker Commercial Adelaide
State: SA
Commercial Property Manager of the Year
Vaughan Copping
State: WA
Agency: Perth Property Management
Commercial Salesperson of the Year
Michael Ceacis
State: ACT
Agency: Select Property Group
Community Service Award
Shyam Thapa
State: NT
Agency: Wealthmax Real Estate
Individual Sustainability Leadership Award
John Taarnby
State: SA
Agency: TAARNBY Real Estate
Innovation Award
4one4 Property Co.
State: TAS
Large Residential Agency of the Year
TOOP+TOOP
State: SA
Marketer of the Year Award
Hayley Patrick
State: WA
Agency: Jones Realty & Projects
Marketing and Communications Award
Harris Real Estate
State: SA
Medium Residential Agency of the Year
Blackshaw Queanbeyan and Jerabomberra
State: ACT
Operational Leadership Award
Ashleigh Goodchild
State: WA
Agency: SOCO Realty
Operational Support Award
Tamika Kent
State: QLD
Agency: McGrath Aspley
REIA President's Award
Leanne Pilkington
State: NSW
Agency: Laing+Simmons
Residential Property Management Team of the Year
Little Bird Properties
State: ACT
Residential Property Manager of the Year
Samantha Ellis
State: QLD
Agency: Property Zest
Residential Sales Team of the Year
Jones Realty & Projects
State: WA
Residential Salesperson of the Year
Tristan Rowland
State: QLD
Agency: Bright Estate Agents
Small Residential Agency of the Year
TAARNBY REAL ESTATE
State: SA
Hall of Fame
Inductees in this Hall of Fame have accomplished the rare feat of winning their category three years in a row, a true testament to their consistent and unparalleled excellence in the world of real estate.
Hall of Fame
Harris Real Estate
State: SA
Large Residential Agency of the Year
Hall of Fame
Nikki Katz
State: SA
Business Broker of the Year
Partners
We are grateful to our 2026 NAFE partners for their support and contributions.
